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[p][/p][p]The maiden flight of the light twin-engine Bo 105 helicopter took place on February 16th 1967 at the Messerschmitt-Bölkow-Blohm airfield in Ottobrunn near Munich. The prototype took to the air with a new hingeless four-blade hub and composite blades, the key innovation of the project. The Bo 105 became the first production helicopter with a rigid rotor and one of the first light twin-engine helicopters. Its design guaranteed reliability and durability, and thanks to it, the Bo 105 could perform aerobatic maneuvers and found wide application in both military and civilian service. [/p][p][/p][h2]The BO 105 CB-2 is temporarily available at a 30% discount for 5,992 Golden Eagles![/h2][p][/p]

• [p]This offer is only available during the promotional period.[/p]

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[p]When: From February 16th (10:00 GMT) until February 19th (10:00 GMT).[/p][p]Where: Germany > Helicopter > Premium vehicles.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][carousel][/carousel][h3]About this helicopter[/h3]

• [p]The BO 105 CB-2 is an experimental version of the Bo 105, developed for the Swedish Army’s anti-tank helicopter competition. This version features improved optics and the American BGM-71 TOW anti-tank guided missile system. Use the helicopter’s maneuverability and compact size to evade threats and launch sudden, precise strikes against enemy armored vehicles![/p]

We enjoyed looking through all of your screenshots from last week! This time, we’re highlighting the largest and heaviest machines found in battles. Whether it’s heavily armored ground vehicles, massive bombers, or imposing warships, take a screenshot that captures the size and presence of the behemoths! The three most popular and three selected by us will get 300 GE. See the winners down below!

[h2]Let’s begin the 211th edition of our competition![/h2]

Create a stunning screenshot and submit it on the War Thunder Steam Community Hub with the tag #WTscreen211. You have time until the 20th of February to submit your screenshot.

After that date, 6 winners will be selected (3 of which will be the highest rated by the community and 3 selected by our judges), each of which receive a reward of 300GE.



[h3]Terms:[/h3]

Your screenshot must include a heavy tank, an aircraft with two or more engines, or a bluewater fleet vehicle.
You must add the #WTscreen211 tag (title cannot have any other text in it).
Artists may only win by popular vote once per four screenshot competitions.
• Screenshots need to be compliant with the War Thunder rules.
  
• You need to be the author of the screenshot.
  
• Screenshot needs to be new. You cannot use those which have previously been published or used in other competitions.
  
• We will only accept raw screenshots from the game. You cannot use any editing software nor any other visual enhancements (like Nvidia Ansel filters).
  
• You can use filters and settings built into War Thunder.
  
• You can use the replay functionality built into War Thunder.
  
• Rewards will be delivered to the author's account within 14 working days.
  

[h2]And now, time for the winners of the competition’s 210th edition – Tailored for Combat![/h2]

[h3]Winners selected via community votes:[/h3]
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3661725664
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3662119343
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3661559749

[h3]Winners selected by our judges:[/h3]
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3661537190
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3661667083
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3663974496

Each winner will get 300GE! Congratulations and see you next week!

[p][/p][h3]Aircraft[/h3]

• [p]Mosquito F.Mk.II — a bug that caused the aircraft to turn too far to the left during takeoff has been fixed. (Report).[/p]
• [p]Buccaneer (all variants), Javelin F.(A.W.) Mk.9 — the 3rd person camera view has been moved higher for improved visibility.[/p]
• [p]A bug that sometimes caused previously disabled instructor options to be enabled after updating the game has been fixed. (Report, Report, Report).[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Locations and Missions[/h3]

• [p]\[Battle #2] Seversk-13 — a bug where sometimes players would spawn outside the playable area at the western spawn point of the northern team has been fixed. (Report).[/p]
• [p]\[Domination] Fiji — a bug that caused the ships of the southern team to sometimes spawn outside of the battle area has been fixed. (Report).[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]Graphics[/h3]

• [p]A bug where ray-traced shadows were too dark has been fixed.[/p]
• [p]A bug where lighting would not render in the premium hangar has been fixed. (Report).[/p]

[p][/p][hr][/hr][p]Patch notes reflect only key changes, meaning they may not include a complete list of all improvements made. Additionally, War Thunder is constantly being updated and some changes may not require an update. Changes reflected in patch notes are formed by taking reactions and requests of the community from the bug reporting service, forums and other official platforms into account. Bug fixes and changes are implemented in order of importance, for example a game-breaking bug will be worked on and implemented sooner.[/p]

[p][/p][p]The Year of the Horse is approaching, and to celebrate, we’re offering you a true workhorse of Western air forces: the ever-popular F-16A fighter in its Dutch configuration. And along with it, the emblems of two Royal Netherlands Air Force squadrons flying the F-16A. 322 Squadron traces its history back to the Second World War, when it flew with the Royal Air Force. In the 1980s, both squadrons received their F-16As and remain loyal to them to this day![/p][p][/p]

[p]From February 19th (11:00 GMT) until March 9th (11:00 GMT), earn mission points in Air Battles, unlock stages and receive rewards![/p]

[p][/p][h2]F-16A — An Event Vehicle Dutch Jet Fighter for France at Rank VIII[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]The F-16A Block 5 is an early variant of the renowned American jet fighter, produced in the Netherlands, among other countries. It is a fast, maneuverable aircraft with an excellent rate of climb. The Dutch F-16A is armed with a 20 mm Vulcan cannon and guided missiles for close-range air-to-air combat. For anti-ground engagements, it can carry both unguided ordnance and AGM-65B Maverick air-to-ground missiles.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Among the rewards in the event is also this chest. When opened, there is a chance to receive one of the following items:[/p]

• [p]50,000 - 100,000 Silver Lions[/p]
• [p]Silver Lion and Research Point boosters[/p]
• [p]Random Wagers and Orders[/p]
• [p]Universal Backups (1 - 3)[/p]
• [p]A random camouflage for a vehicle you own[/p]
• [p]1 day of Premium Account[/p]

[p][/p][h2]How to get all rewards[/h2][p]Each stage can be achieved for 45,000 mission points, every new stage achieved will give you a new reward.[/p][p] [/p]

[p]Please note: After finishing a stage, you need to collect the reward manually. To do this, click on your name in-game, go to “Workhorse” and click the “Get Reward” button.[/p]

[p][/p][p]You’re able to earn mission points in Air Battles at Rank III or above in Arcade, Realistic and Simulator Battles. The number of mission points to complete a stage depends on the game mode and the maximum Rank of the vehicle that you use in battle. There’s a multiplier for earning mission points, which is shown in the task description in-game. [/p][p][/p][p]You can also earn mission points by using event vehicles that are Rank I and II. Event vehicles that can be used have the name of the event that they were obtainable in on their stat card.[/p][p] [/p]

[p]Stages change every two days at 11:00 GMT on February 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th and March 1st, 3rd, 5th and 7th.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Rewards are given when you complete a specific number of stages[/h2]

• [p]For 1 Stage: trophy with a random reward[/p]
• [p]For 2 Stages: one of the decal rewards[/p]
• [p]For 3 Stages: “Horseshoe Pouch” silver chest[/p]
• [p]For 4 Stages: one of the decal rewards[/p]
• [p]For 5 Stages: trophy with a random reward[/p]
• [p]For 6 Stages: “Horseshoe Pouch” silver chest[/p]
• [p]For 7 Stages: F-16A loading screen[/p]
• [p]For 8 Stages: non-tradable coupon for the F-16A[/p]
• [p]For 9 Stages: a unique camouflage and 4 random modifications for the F-16A[/p]

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[p]Please note: You can only receive the modifications if the F-16A is activated on your account.[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Discounts for purchasing stages using Golden Eagles[/h2][p]Unfinished stages can be purchased for Golden Eagles, but if you’re very close to completing a stage, its price will be significantly reduced.[/p][p][/p][p]Let’s say you have earned 85% of the required mission points to complete a stage, then the price of purchasing this stage will be halved. If you’re near the finish line for a stage and are at 95% progress, then the price will be reduced by five times. For example, if you’ve scored 39,000 mission points, then the price to unlock this stage will be 499 Golden Eagles. If you’ve scored 43,000 mission points, then you’ll only need 199 Golden Eagles. Remember to keep this in mind if you cannot complete a stage on time![/p][p][/p][h2]The Coupon Upgrade[/h2][p]When you complete 8 stages, you’ll receive a non-tradable coupon for the F-16A, using it will immediately activate the vehicle onto your account. If you don’t want the vehicle and would like to sell the coupon on the Market, you’ll need the “Upgrade for coupon” item.[/p][p][/p]

[p]The “Upgrade for coupon” item can be earned in parallel with the stages throughout the event from February 19th (11:00 GMT) until March 9th (11:00 GMT) for 750,000 mission points.[/p]

[p][/p][p]After receiving the “Upgrade for coupon” item, you can convert a non-tradable coupon for the vehicle into a tradable one and sell it on the Market. The tradable coupon can be sold after 6 days from the moment it’s created.[/p][p] [/p][p]The “Upgrade for coupon” item is valid until 11:00 GMT on March 13th. Until this time, you can use it or exchange it for War Bonds. Afterwards, it’ll disappear from your inventory.[/p][p] [/p]

[p]To make a tradable coupon, select the “Coupon F-16A (France)” in your inventory and click the “Modify” button.[/p]

[p][/p][p]You can track the progress of completing stages and the “Upgrade for coupon” item by clicking on your Nickname > Achievements > Workhorse. If you don’t manage to complete a stage on time or would like to purchase a stage, you can do so with Golden Eagles until March 13th from the Achievements window, which will give you the corresponding rewards.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Celebrating Valentine’s Day on February 14th is a charming tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Valentine cards, flowers, and chocolates became symbols of the day in the 19th and 20th centuries. War Thunder has its own Valentines day traditions, there’s a themed decal trophy, a trophy with Valentine-themed decorations and the rare MK-IX “Valentine” tank! [/p][p][/p][h2]Valentine’s Day Trophy with Decals![/h2][p][/p]

[p]When: From February 13th (11:00 GMT) until February 16th (11:00 GMT).[/p][p]Task: Earn 3,000 mission points in battles where you used vehicles from any nation at rank III or higher to receive the “Valentine’s Day (Decals)” trophy![/p]

[p][/p][p]Inside this trophy, you’ll receive one of four decals that were previously available:[/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][h2]Valentine’s Trophy with Decorations![/h2][p][/p]

[p]When: From February 13th (11:00 GMT) until February 16th (11:00 GMT).[/p][p]Task: Earn a total of 20,000 mission points while using any vehicle at rank III or higher to earn the Valentine’s Day (Decorators) trophy![/p]

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Inside this trophy, you’ll receive one of three decorations that were available previously:[/p][p]

[/p][p][/p][h2]Valentine’s Day Trophies in the in-game Item Shop[/h2][p] [/p]

[p]When: From February 13th (11:00 GMT) until February 16th (11:00 GMT).[/p]

[p][/p][p]Trophies with themed decals and decorations are available in the in-game Item Shop for Golden Eagles! The decal trophy contains the four decals listed above and also others given out on Valentine’s Day in previous years. Opening a trophy will reward you with a decal or decoration that you don’t already have.
[/p][h2]The MK-IX “Valentine” is temporarily available for 1,000 Golden Eagles! [/h2][p][/p]

[p]When: From February 13th (11:00 GMT) until February 16th (11:00 GMT).[/p][p]Where: USSR > Army > Premium vehicles.[/p]

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[/p][h3]About this tank[/h3][p][/p][carousel][/carousel]

• [p]The MK-IX “Valentine” is a British tank supplied to the USSR under Lend-Lease. Its 57 mm gun has good penetration even at long ranges, making it a popular choice for countering German tanks. Its good gun depression and impressive ballistics, coupled with its low velocity, make this tank ideal for sniper roles.
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